Foldable ECG Device Using Flexible PCB for Portability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional ECG signal measurement devices are large and inconvenient for carrying, making it difficult to measure and analyze ECG signals easily and immediately.
Innovation Solution
A wearable ECG signal processing device comprising a first part with a first electrode and a processing circuit, a second part with a second electrode, and a flexible printed circuit board that can be folded to form a closed loop, allowing the processing circuit to obtain ECG signals from a user.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional ECG measurement devices are used, then ECG signal measurement accuracy is ensured, but device portability and ease of carrying deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The ECG measurement device is divided into multiple independent parts (first part with first electrode, second part with second electrode) connected by a flexible printed circuit board. This segmentation allows the device to be folded into a compact form for easy carrying, while maintaining the functional integrity needed for accurate ECG signal measurement when deployed.
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible printed circuit board enables the device to dynamically change its configuration between a folded compact state for portability and an unfolded functional state for measurement. This dynamic transformation resolves the contradiction between compact size and measurement capability.
2Loss of time
If ECG signals are measured immediately with portable devices, then response time is improved, but measurement reliability may deteriorate due to signal quality issues
Solution Approach 1:
The device performs preliminary actions by forming a closed loop configuration before measurement to ensure proper electrode contact and signal quality. The flexible printed circuit board is pre-configured to guide proper placement, ensuring that when measurement begins immediately, the signal quality is already optimized for reliable results.
Solution Approach 2:
The processing circuit receives feedback from the electrode configuration status to determine when a closed loop is properly formed. This feedback mechanism ensures that measurement only proceeds when proper contact is established, maintaining reliability while enabling immediate measurement once the device is deployed.
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AI summary
An embodiment of the invention provides an electrocardiography (ECG) signal processing device. The ECG signal processing device includes a first part, a second part and a flexible printed circuit board. The first part may comprise a first electrode and a processing circuit. The second part includes a second electrode. The flexible printed circuit board is coupled to the first part and the second part to fold the first part and the second part. When a closed loop is formed between the first electrode and the second electrode, the processing circuit obtains an ECG signal from the user.